Shocking Benefits Of Corn Silk !! ( Must Know )

Corn silk is the hair-like structure found covering the corn. After reading this article you will never throw it away. Corn silk is the strands found under the green color outer covering of the corn.

As kids, you must have been fascinated by it since they resemble the hair of a doll. Many people just throw it away because we don’t know that it has so many uses and it can benefit us so much.


Here are some of the amazing benefits of corn silk:

Prevents Kidney Stones:

Corn silk has been used to prevent kidney stones since ancient times. Kidney stones are formed by the accumulation of small crystals in the kidney. It helps in the proper flow of urine that prevents the accumulation of crystals.


Assists in blood clotting:


Controls blood sugar:

In many recent studies, corn silk has been proven as an agent that controls blood sugar levels. It increases insulin levels and aids in the repair of damaged cells in the pancreas, where insulin is produced.

Control cholesterol:


Diuretic properties

It has diuretic properties that help flush out excess fluids and toxins from the body hence preventing the risk of cardiovascular disease and Urinary tract infecting (UTI).

How To Consume Corn Silk?


  • Put corn silk in a jar full of water and keep the jar under sun direct sunlight for a day. In the evening add some honey to that water and drink.

Use only organically grown corn, not the ones sprayed with pesticides.

NOTE: It is not advised to consume corn silk in excess. Consult your doctor before using corn silk if you are pregnant as it might lead to miscarriage.


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